About The Gordon Highlanders Museum

A multi award-winning 5* VisitScotland visitor attraction located in the west end of Aberdeen. The Museum tells the story of The Gordon Highlanders Regiment from 1794 - 1994.

Did you know that the last Colonel-in-Chief of The Gordon Highlanders was The Duke of Rothesay, now known as King Charles? The Museum has a real Royal connection!

As well as the museum, there is:

  • An outdoor full-size WW1 replica trench
  • A Victorian Walled Garden and Café on site

Highlights include:

  • The Armoury and Medals Room
  • The Silver Room
  • The Officers Mess
  • D-Day Exhibition
  • One of the largest collections of Victoria Crosses

Group Experiences

Group Dining

  • Travel Trade Exclusive: N
  • Duration: Varies
  • Availability: Available year round
  • Group Size: Varies
  • Pricing: Varies

Catering for larger private group dinners in the Regimental Gallery for up to 50 guests.

Group Tour

  • Travel Trade Exclusive: N
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Availability: Available year round
  • Group Size: 10–45 min/max
  • Pricing: Varies

Includes:

  • Guided tour of the Museum, WW1 replica trench, and Victorian Walled Garden
  • Tours can be in person by knowledgeable Museum Guides (subject to availability) or an audio tour
  • Audio tours in 9 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Polish, Gaelic, and Doric
  • Family-friendly audio tour for ages 5–12 years
  • Mini figure hunt for children

Gordon Highlanders Whisky
Beautiful garden café serving morning coffees, light lunches, and afternoon teas.

Regimental Fine Dining Experience

  • Travel Trade Exclusive: N
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Availability: Available year round
  • Group Size: 8–14 min/max
  • Pricing: Varies

Includes:

  • Exclusive use of the Museum and Officers Mess
  • Exclusive private guided tour of the Museum
  • Pre-dinner drinks, followed by a four-course dinner
  • Accompanying fine wines
  • A piper on arrival and during dinner
  • Use of genuine historic Regimental Silver
  • After-dinner port and a dram of Gordon Highlanders Whisky

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